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International Dentist Program

Interview Day Orientation and

Admissions Guidebook

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Admissions Welcome from the Dean …………………………………………………………………… 3

The Interview Process ........................................................................... 4 Admissions Committee Decisions ………………………………………………………. 4 Accept Status ........................................................................................ 5

Alternate Status ………………………………………………………………………………… 7 If You Are Not Offered Acceptance ……………………………………………………. 7 International Students ........................................................................... 7 Western University of Health Sciences Catalog ………………………………… 7 Curriculum

College of Dental Medicine Curriculum……………………………………………… 8 Clinical Experiences……………………………………………………………………………. 9

A Week in the Life of a Dental Medicine Student………………………………. 10 Personal Competencies for Admission & Matriculation ……………………. 11 Course Descriptions ………………………………………………………………………….. 13 COVID‐19 Guidelines …………………………………………………………………………. 15 Interprofessional Education...………….…………………………………………………. 16 Facilities and Technology Support ………………..……………………………………. 17

Financial Aid …………………………………………………………………………………………………... 19 Student Services Learning Enhancement & Academic Development (LEAD) ………………… 22 Tutorial Assistance program (TAP) …………………………………………………… 22 Academic Counseling ………………………………………………………………………… 22 Wellbeing Initiative …………………………………………………………………………… 22

Harris Family Center for Disability and Health Policy (CDHP) ……………. 22 Fitness ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 22 Counseling ………………………………………………………………………………………… 23

Identification Badges ………………………………………………………………………… 23 Health Insurance ………………………………………………………………………………. 23 Student Parking ………………………………………………………………………………… 24 Housing …………………………………………………………………………………………… 24 Metrolink …………………………………………………………………………………………. 24

Student Government Association, Community Service & Clubs ………… 24 Dental‐Specific Student Clubs & Organizations ………………………………… 25 LEAD Services ……………………………………………………………………………………. 27

Administrative Contacts ………………………………………………………………………………. 28 Note Page ……………………………………………………………………………………………………. 29

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WELCOME FROM THE DEAN

Welcome to the College of Dental Medicine at Western University of Health Sciences – one of the most innovative dental education programs in the nation. As you join us for your interview day, it will be immediately apparent that we are a vibrant College. Every day represents growth, change and a level of excitement that is palpable from the moment you set foot on campus. The students who are enrolled in the program actively contribute to the vibrancy and excitement of our College and campus. In the admissions process we are seeking students who will not only excel in the program, but also continue the legacy of helping to build the College with the vision and mission embraced by our exceptional faculty and staff. We have newly constructed educational facilities and clinics outfitted with state‐of‐the‐art technology. Our education is focused on contemporary dental care delivered by compassionate, well‐prepared professionals, who communicate effectively with patients and the entire healthcare team. Our students have flourished in a curriculum that promotes learning through utilization of the best educational approaches and sound teaching principles. We continually seek ways to provide seamless transitions from the classroom (both virtual and real) to our simulation clinic to patient care in The Dental Center at WesternU and finally to practice in the community. When you review our mission and vision statements, you will discover that we have lofty aspirations. Those aspirations, combined with a solid strategic plan, are helping us realize our goal of becoming a premier dental education program. We are already making significant progress toward becoming a full‐scope dental academic institution, providing a solid education, developing lines of research, and providing patient care in a unique, caring and progressive environment. In addition to the information provided during your interview day, if you haven’t already done so, I invite you to explore our website and like us on Facebook at (https://www.facebook.com/wucdm) to learn more about our College. The College of Dental Medicine has an exceptional start on our bright future. Hopefully, the interview process will help solidify your desire to become a part of our future as well. Steven W. Friedrichsen, DDS

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IINNTTEERRVVIIEEWW PPRROOCCEESSSS Interviews at Western University of Health Sciences (WesternU) are intended to be an exchange of information in a warm and welcoming environment. You have been selected by the admissions committee because you exemplify those qualities that we feel are important in the health care professionals whom we educate. College of Dental Medicine interviews are an open file format, which means that the interview panel has had access to your application prior and/or during the interview. They may have notes or questions from the preliminary reviews and the interview team is focused on getting to know you as an individual. This format enables you to emphasize the skills and attributes that set you apart from the rest of the applicant pool. It is an experience that should be both positive and enjoyable for you. We understand that you are also making choices regarding the professional school that you will attend. Our goal is to inform you of the educational programs provided to assist you, the state of the art facilities that are available to the students, and demonstrate that we are “living our values” so that we are here for our students and for each other. This is what makes WesternU a special place to learn. Interviews

We anticipate interviewing approximately 40 candidates to fill a class of 5 students

The average interview is approximately 30‐40 minutes in duration

The interview panel may be comprised of the following: faculty, administration, and/ or current students

Your interview day will include a case‐study writing exercise. All details will be given to you on interview day.

Orientation The interview day has been organized to allow you to obtain information about our programs and support services; therefore, we encourage you to ASK QUESTIONS! Tour of the Campus Please visit our website to view a self‐guided virtual campus tour. Evaluation Form After your interview, you will receive an email with a link to an interview day evaluation form. We ask that you take a few minutes to complete the survey as your comments are important to us and will be considered when planning next year’s interview day activities. The information that you report will remain confidential and will not be used in determining admission. Admissions Committee Decisions

We anticipate acceptances to go by mid‐late November

Following the interview, you will be placed in one of three categories: Accept, Alternate, or Not Accepted to our program

You will be notified by mail and/or email of the committee’s decision

Official transcripts, foreign coursework evaluations and health clearance documents are required of all accepted students and must be submitted prior to matriculation.

If you are selected as an alternate, you may be offered a seat in the class as late as the first

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week of school (March). Alternates should also be prepared with the above documents should they be offered admission.

Questions If you have questions regarding your application, please contact your Admissions Counselor by phone or email.

AACCCCEEPPTT SSTTAATTUUSS IINNFFOORRMMAATTIIOONN The acceptance deposit for applicants accepted to WesternU’s College of Dental Medicine International Dentist Program is $2,000.00, payable within the time frame listed below. This deposit is non‐refundable. Acceptance Deposit

Offered in November 21 days after acceptance Offered December 1 or later as listed in your offer letter

Planned coursework

Any coursework in progress must have been completed by the application deadline of July 20, 2020.

If the TOEFL was waived for students completing 6 semester units of English in the U.S., the courses must have been completed with a grade of “C” or better (a grade of “C‐“ or below is not acceptable). It is your responsibility to notify us right away if you received a grade of “C‐“ or below.

If your plans change, and you were unable to enroll in a course you listed as planned, you must notify us of the replacement course(s) so we can confirm that the new course(s) will meet our requirement.

IMPORTANT: When the Admissions Committee reviewed your application, they considered all in‐progress/planned coursework as well as any degree in progress when making their decision. Any change in your plans must be submitted to the Committee for review and approval. If you are ultimately accepted to the program and you do not finish your planned degree or coursework as listed on your application, your admission could be affected. If you do not provide us with the new course information, you risk enrolling in a course that does not meet our requirements which could ultimately affect your admission to our program.

Prospective students are expected to act with honesty, forthrightness, and integrity throughout the admissions process. It is expected that all applicants will submit accurate information in the ADEA CAAPID and the WesternU Supplemental application. Violation of the ADEA Applicant Code of Conduct may result in the suspension of the application and/or other actions, including rescission of your admission to dental school, or the possibility of dismissal from the College of Dental Medicine, if enrolled. To maintain compliance with State Health Department requirements and exhibit exemplary commitment to the rights and integrity of all parties in the education of healthcare professional students, the College of Dental Medicine has established medical status credentialing requirements that must be completed prior to matriculation. Medical status credentialing is

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designed to ensure the safety of patients is not compromised while protecting the rights and safety of students as well. Health Clearance Documents A complete history and physical examination is required prior to registration (must be within six months of matriculation). Your physician must indicate if you are current with your vaccination for tetanus/diphtheria/pertussis (Tdap) and that you have received tuberculosis clearance (must be valid throughout the entire academic year). You must also provide proof of immunity, through serum blood titers, to the following communicable diseases: measles, mumps, rubella, varicella, and Hepatitis B. Upon acceptance, you will be provided with a link to the most current requirements/forms. Hepatitis B Policy This hepatitis B virus (“HBV”) policy is made in light of current scientific evidence, which supports the fact that the risk of transmission of infectious diseases from healthcare worker to patient is small to negligible if the dental practitioner adheres strictly to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (“CDC”) Infection Control Guidelines, avoids exposure prone invasive procedures and follows the highest standards of professional conduct and behavior. Hepatitis B Core Antibody (HBcAb) Blood Test All entering students must submit information on their hepatitis B core antibody (HbcAb) status – even an entering student who has completed the series of the hepatitis B vaccine. An individual with a HBV DNA level that is greater than 4 logs will be allowed to enroll and matriculate through the program but with certain conditions as established by an expert review panel. Any modification of the clinical training, working conditions or privileges of enrolled students with HBV DNA levels of 4 logs or higher will be determined on a case‐by‐case basis. The nature of clinical activity, the technical expertise of the infected person, and the risks posed by the infection, attendant functional disabilities, and the transmissibility of simultaneously carried infectious agents will be considered. All required documentation must be received by the deadline indicated below. Failure to complete the admissions requirements by the deadline may result in the delay of your financial aid/registration or we may have to rescind your acceptance. Health Clearance Documents January 1, 2021 All Official Transcripts January 1, 2021 WES Evaluation January 1, 2021 Any Additional Requested Documentation January 1, 2021 Proof of Legal U.S. Residency Prior to your interview We can usually retrieve official transcripts and foreign coursework evaluations from CAAPID, however; in the event that we are not able to, new official documents must be submitted to our Enrollment Data Services department by the deadline listed above. If you have any questions, please check with the Admissions Office.

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AALLTTEERRNNAATTEE SSTTAATTUUSS IINNFFOORRMMAATTIIOONN If you are selected as an alternate, you may be offered a seat from the time the alternate letter is received until as late as the first week of school (March). You must accept alternate status via your application status page within 15 days of notification in order to remain in consideration. If you should accept a seat elsewhere, please notify us via email so that we can remove your name from the alternate list. Be advised that second interviews are not granted. The alternate status will remain unchanged until notified in writing from the Admissions Office. Applicants placed as alternates may or may not be offered a seat for the upcoming entering class. If you are unsuccessful in gaining admission, you will be notified, in writing, by the first week of April.

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INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

International students and any other applicants, who are not US citizens and are living in the US, should be prepared to provide proof of legal US residency at the time of interview. Proof of legal US residency is required prior to any offer of acceptance. For more information please visit our web site at: https://www.westernu.edu/international/international‐welcome/ or contact the International Student Advisor (see Administrative Contacts at the end of this booklet).

WWEESSTTEERRNN UUNNIIVVEERRSSIITTYY OOFF HHEEAALLTTHH SSCCIIEENNCCEESS CCAATTAALLOOGG You may access the University Catalog via our web site. It is presented as a PDF file so you will need to download Acrobat Reader to access the catalog. The web address is http://www.westernu.edu/registrar/registrar‐about/university‐catalog/. To ease download times for viewing, we have broken up the catalog into major sections – mostly by academic program. There is a general university section (Overview) at the start and a listing of the Board of Trustees, Administration, and Faculty at the end. Also, with the advent of an online catalog, the information contained in the Student Handbook has been incorporated into the catalog. University Academic Policies and Procedures are contained as a section within each program component.

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INTERNATIONAL DENTIST - DENTAL MEDICINE CURRICULUM

Innovation in dental education makes Western University’s College of Dental Medicine an excellent choice for students who want to be prepared for a career in dentistry of today and tomorrow. We designed the curriculum and new facilities to incorporate innovative ideas and the latest equipment. We offer a full‐time twenty‐six‐month dental education program for international dentists leading to the granting of the degree of Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD). Our curriculum is patient‐centered and evidence‐based, and the learning environment is student‐centered. The curriculum:

Treats students as members of the profession from the first day

Features a wide variety of educational methodologies including traditional lecture, seminars, case‐based learning, on‐line modules, laboratory, clinical simulation, standardized patient exercises, peer to peer activities, direct patient care and service learning

Emphasizes principles of clinical dentistry in the study of human systems

Focuses on the links between oral health and overall health and offers interprofessional learning with other health professionals

Integrates early direct patient care experiences to provide contextual relevance for the acquisition of foundational knowledge in human systems courses and clinical skills in pre‐clinical simulation training

Integrates early service‐learning opportunities in a variety of community‐based locations emphasizing how to meet the needs of the community through assessment, education, and prevention programs

Offers extensive clinical experience in community‐based locations, with each student participating in a variety of locations in southern California and the surrounding regions, such as community health clinics, and hospitals‐based clinics

Underscores compassionate care, treating the patient as an individual first

Integrates patient and practice management into clinical experiences, building skills necessary for successful practice, such as communication skills, professional ethics, leadership and business management

Learn Alongside Students in the Other Health Professions WesternU’s interprofessional curriculum will provide a forum for you to collaborate and learn from students in eight other health‐care programs. The curriculum provides an opportunity for early networking with other health professionals and ultimately prepares you to better serve your patients through interprofessional collaboration and referrals.

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CLINICAL EXPERIENCES

Hallmarks of the clinical curriculum include: Patient care experiences integrated with the acquisition of foundational knowledge and

clinical skills

Service‐learning opportunities in a variety of community‐based locations emphasizing how to meet the needs of the community through assessment, education and prevention programs

Pre‐clinical simulation that allows the student to calibrate foundational clinical skills utilizing

a multidisciplinary approach across all traditional dental disciplines Patient‐centered care at The Dental Center at WesternU where student “associates” are

teamed with faculty mentors to best meet the needs of the patient by emphasizing low student to faculty ratios, short appointments, and increased opportunities for four‐handed dentistry in a new clinic with state‐of‐the‐art equipment

Focus on oral‐systemic connections during patient care integrated in Clinical Care Seminars

in the last two‐years Unique interprofessional curriculum featuring case‐based learning with small groups of

students from several other WesternU health sciences programs, providing each student the opportunity to learn how they can work together for the best interest of the patient

Extensive community‐based clinical education consisting of a variety of locations in

southern California and the surrounding region, where students will provide oral health care for diverse populations in a variety of delivery models, culminating in an immersion rotation of seven weeks

Structure of the clinical curriculum (including approximate time frames):

D2 Spring/ Summer Terms (17 weeks) – During 10 weeks of Spring Term international students complete Advanced Standing Essentials of Clinical Dentistry, an intensive didactic and preclinical course designed to calibrate International Student Dentists to the first two years of predoctoral student curriculum and to ensure that they may safely begin patient care. In the D2 Summer Term, the students have their first direct patient care experiences in The Dental Center. Students will spend 36 hours/week in simulated and direct patient care activities focusing on the hard and soft tissue surgical skills of the dentist, along with clinical sciences didactic sessions in the summer session.

D3 and D4 Years (86 weeks) – Continuing in the D3 Fall term, students will spend approximately 36‐40 hours/week in direct patient care, both on campus at the Dental Center and in the Community‐Based Clinic Network. Each student will participate in two community‐based clinical care rotations of 7 weeks duration. During the D3 and D4 year, students will also participate in advanced integrated Clinical Care Seminars and pursue clinical research and dental elective opportunities.

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A WEEK IN THE LIFE OF A DENTAL MEDICINE STUDENT

First Seventeen Weeks Scheduled Didactic Class Time, Simulation Clinic and Clinic: Students can expect to spend 36 – 40 hours per week formal instruction in a variety of settings, including the classroom (12 hours/week), simulation clinic (22 hours), on‐campus clinic (4 hours), and community‐based settings (1 hours). Faculty utilize a variety of educational methodologies including traditional lecture, seminars, case‐based and problem‐based learning, on‐line modules, laboratory, clinical simulation, standardized patient exercises, direct patient care and service learning. Studying and Clinical Skill Development: Students should expect to spend 10 – 20 hours/week studying and practicing clinical skills outside of formal class time. Students have access to virtually all instructional material 24/7 presented by faculty through the web‐based WesternU SharePoint site and the Vital Source Digital Dental Library. The Dental Simulation Clinic in the Health Education Center will be open to students for scheduled times for foundational clinical skill development. Clinical Sessions: During the D2 summer session, students will spend 32 hours/week in direct patient care activities, allowing them to focus on the acquisition of foundational clinical skills. Students also participate in Clinical Care Seminars (4 hours per week) reviewing patient care with their dental practice group faculty.

Last Two Years Scheduled Didactic Class Time: During the D3 and D4 year, students will also participate in advanced integrated clinical seminars and have opportunities to pursue clinical research and dental electives. Comprehensive Care Clinic and Specilized Clinical Rotations: Starting in the D3 year, students will spend approximately 32 hours/week in direct patient care, both on campus at the Dental Center and in the Community‐Based Clinic network. Students will provide a broad range of general dental treatment in their Comprehensive Care group of faculty and students, and specialty treatment under the supervision of specialist faculty. Studying, Clinical Skill Development, and Clinical Preparation: During the D3 and D4 year, students can expect to spend at least 10 hours each week outside of scheduled clinic and didactic classes. This time includes individual and directed group study, advanced clinical skill development and activities supporting direct patient care.

Community Service: Each student will participate in community‐based clinical care through two 7‐week off‐site clinical rotations. Clinical sites include Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), Community Health Centers and hospital‐based clinics. They will be located primarily in the Southern California region, but both urban and rural opportunities will be available throughout the state. In addition to formal service learning, dental students will have a wealth of opportunities through the numerous study clubs and student organizations on campus.

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College of Dental Medicine

Personal Competencies for Admission and Matriculation

A candidate for admission to the Doctor of Dental Medicine program must possess, or be able to achieve through a reasonable accommodation, certain intellectual, emotional, and physical abilities, that would enable the individual to carry out the activities described in the sections that follow. Upon matriculation to the program, the student must continue to possess or be able to achieve through a reasonable accommodation, the personal competencies outlined below throughout their progression in the Doctor of Dental Medicine Program at Western University of Health Sciences. The practice of dentistry requires the performance of specific essential functions that fall into broad skills categories, which include but are not limited to observation; communication; motor; interpretive, conceptual, and quantitative and behaviors/social. For candidates or students who require a reasonable accommodation in order to meet the competencies outlines below, please contact the Harris Family Center for Disability and Health Policy/Accommodation and Resource Center (CDHP/AARC) at (909) 469‐5297. Under all circumstances, a candidate or student should be able to perform the following in a reasonably independent manner, with or without a reasonable accommodation:

Observation Skills Basic Sciences: A candidate must be able to acquire a defined level of required information as presented through demonstrations and experiences in the basic and dental sciences. This may include, but is not limited to, information conveyed through physiologic and pharmacological demonstrations in animals and microscopic images of microorganisms and human or animal tissues in normal and pathologic states. A candidate must be able to acquire information from written documents and to visualize information presented as paper, films, slides, video and computer images, as well as online course material, blended learning environments, remedial education, and other assessment‐based activities. A candidate must be able to interpret radiographs (x‐rays) and other graphic images. A candidate must have functional use of visual, auditory, and somatic sensation while using appropriate enhancement of sensory modalities (such as microscopes, stethoscopes, etc.). Clinical Sciences: A candidate must be able to observe a patient accurately, at a distance, and close at hand, and observe and appreciate non‐verbal communications when performing general dentistry treatment or administering medications. A candidate must be able to perform visual and tactile dental examinations and treatment including use of visual acuity to discern slight differences and variations in color, shape, and general appearance between normal and abnormal soft and hard tissues. Use of tactile senses may be either direct palpation or indirect through instrumentation. A candidate must also possess the visual acuity to read charts, records, small print, and handwritten notation, and distinguish small variations in colors both intra‐ and extra‐orally.

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Communication Skills A candidate must be able to communicate clearly and effectively with a degree of sensitivity with patients, parents, and/or guardians; establish good rapport, convey or exchange information at a level allowing development of a health history; identify problems presented; explain alternative solutions; and give directions during treatment and post‐treatment. For effective patient treatment, the candidate must be able to communicate with patients, parents, guardians, faculty, staff, and all members of the dental and medical health care team effectively and efficiently. Communication must be culturally appropriate. Communication includes oral and written modes. This requires the ability to understand, write, and speak fluent English. The candidate must also be able to recognize nonverbal communication cues.

Motor Skills A candidate should have a sufficient level of manual dexterity such that he/she is able to execute the fine movements required to provide general dental care and treatment to patients within a specified amount of time. It is required that a candidate possess the manual motor skills necessary to directly perform diagnostic and treatment maneuvers associated with the practice of general dentistry. Such maneuvers require coordination of both gross and fine muscular movements, equilibrium, and functional uses of the senses of touch, hearing, and vision. A candidate must be able to perform basic life support; transfer and position disabled patients; and position and reposition self around patients in various treatment settings. The candidate must be able to operate dental equipment controls utilizing fine hand movements, position and move dental instruments, and move in all directions within one millimeter of tolerance. Candidates must be able to work in the proper ergonomic positions appropriate to the delivery of dental treatment for extended periods.

Interpretive/Conceptual/Quantitative Skills A candidate must be able to measure, calculate reason, analyze, integrate, and synthesize information. A candidate must be able to comprehend and mentally visualize three‐dimensional relationship and to understand the spatial relationships of structures. Problem solving and clinical decision‐making and critical thinking skills demanded of a general dentist require all of these intellectual abilities. A candidate must be able to perform these problem‐solving and critical thinking skills in a timely fashion for effective patient treatment.

Behaviors and Social Skills A candidate must possess the emotional health and maturity required for full utilization of his or her intellectual abilities, the exercise of good judgment, maintenance of patient confidentiality, the prompt completion of all responsibilities attendant to the diagnosis and care of patients and the development of mature, sensitive, and effective relationships with patients, faculty, staff, and fellow students. A candidate must recognize that the curriculum is physically, mentally, and emotionally demanding. She/he must be able to tolerate physically and emotionally demanding workloads, function effectively under stress, adapt to changing environments, display flexibility and learn to function in the face of uncertainties inherent in the clinical problems of patients

Physical Health To ensure compliance with California State Health Department requirements and exhibit exemplary commitment to the rights and integrity of all parties in the education of health care

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professional students, the College of Dental Medicine has established medical status credentialing requirements that must be completed prior to matriculation. In addition to the skills listed above, candidates for the Doctor of Dental Medicine degree also must be sufficiently free of any serious communicable diseases, e.g., Hepatitis B, measles, mumps, rubella, varicella, and tuberculosis (see Student Health section in the University catalog for more details). Medical status credentialing (health clearance) is designed to ensure that the safety of patients is not compromised while protecting the rights and safety of students as well. For detailed information, contact stu‐[email protected].

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

All courses are awarded letter grades, except when indicated otherwise. DMD 6151 Advanced Standing Essentials of Clinical Dentistry Advanced Standing Essentials of Clinical Dentistry is an intensive didactic and preclinical course designed to calibrate students in the International Dentist Program to the first two years of predoctoral student curriculum and to ensure that they may safely begin patient care. Teaching modalities include a mix of traditional lecture, online, simulation, small and large group activities, and peer‐to‐peer in a clinical setting. Curriculum covers the following areas:

preclinical sciences

integrated biomedical sciences and dental treatment of medically complex patients

oral pathology

clinical service learning and community dentistry

Interprofessional Education

Final assessment will include an OSCE (Objective Structured Clinical Examination) designed to ensure students are prepared for clinical experiences. Upon successful completion of the preparatory curriculum IDP students join the D2 class in entrance to clinical experiences in The Dental Center. DMD 6205 Clinical Comprehensive Care Dentistry I (7.0 credit hours) Prerequisite: Passing Grade in DMD 6151 Advanced Standing Essentials of Clinical Dentistry V. Students begin the transition into their role as a patient‐care provider, integrating with their Comprehensive Care Group Practices. Students continue to expand their role as a clinical provider in their group practice. Special emphasis for the term is on comprehensive care dentistry, including providing patients with basic procedures in all disciplines. DMD 6210 Ethics and Jurisprudence (1.5 credit hours) This course offered as primarily as a small group seminar, focuses on advanced topics in dental ethics and jurisprudence. Case presentations and discussions of assigned topics will be facilitated by faculty group leaders, community‐based preceptor faculty, specialist faculty and dental students. Topics will focus on professionalism and ethics related to the practice of dentistry in a variety of clinical settings. Students will learn the practical steps in obtaining a state dental license, utilizing the California State Dental Practice Act as a model.

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DMD 6260 Clinical Service Learning and Community Dentistry IV (2.0 credit hours) Students continue to expand their role as a clinical provider by participating in community service‐ learning programs. DMD 7105 Clinical Comprehensive Care Dentistry II (21.0 credit hours) Students provide Comprehensive Care for the patients of their Comprehensive Care Group Practices. Students may also participate in specialty rotations, both on campus and at community‐based clinics. Clinical experiences will be multidisciplinary, reflecting the general dentistry clinical care model. DMD 7160 Clinical Service Learning and Community Dentistry V (2.0 credit hours) Students continue to expand their role as a clinical provider by participating in community service‐ learning programs. DMD 7205 Clinical Comprehensive Care Dentistry III (21.0 credit hours) Students continue to provide Comprehensive Care for the patients of their Comprehensive Care Group Practices. Students may also participate in specialty rotations, both on campus and at community‐based clinics. Clinical experiences will be multidisciplinary, reflecting the general dentistry clinical care model. DMD 7210 Practice Management I (1.5 credit hours) This course builds upon the basic business, jurisprudence and ethical principles of the “Essentials of Clinical Dentistry” course series. Utilizing a multifaceted approach including seminars, case‐based learning, group projects, one‐on‐one mentoring and clinical learning labs, students use their on‐campus and community‐based clinical experiences to apply practice management principles within their group practices. DMD 7260 Clinical Service Learning and Community Dentistry VI (2.0 credit hours) Students continue to expand their role as a clinical provider by participating in community service‐ learning programs. DMD 7305 Comprehensive and Community Dentistry I (7.0 credit hours) Students continue to provide Comprehensive Care for patients of their Comprehensive Care Group Practices. Students will also participate in limited specialty rotations. Students expand their role as a clinical provider by participating in community service‐learning programs, which include rotations, both on campus and at community‐based clinics. DMD 7310 Practice Management II (1.5 credit hours) Students continue to build upon the basic business, jurisprudence, and ethical principles of the DMD 7110. Utilizing a multifaceted approach including seminars, case‐based learning, group projects, one‐on‐one mentoring and clinical learning labs, students use their on‐campus and community‐based clinical experiences to apply practice management principles within their group practices. DMD 8010 Practice Management III (1.5 credit hours) Students will prepare a portfolio project related to a practice management topic of their choice as approved by their group practice faculty mentor. Practice management topics may include a practice valuation, development of an associate employment agreement, development of a

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practice purchase agreement, analysis of an office lease, development of an employee manual, or a community needs assessment. DMD 8105 Comprehensive and Community Dentistry II (19.0 credit hours) Students continue to provide Comprehensive Care for the patients of their Comprehensive Care Group Practices. Students will also participate in limited specialty rotations. Students expand their role as a clinical provider by participating in community service‐learning programs, which include rotations, both on campus and at community‐based clinics. DMD 8205 Comprehensive and Community Dentistry III (19.0 credit hours) Students continue to provide Comprehensive Care for the patients of their Comprehensive Care Group Practices. Students will also participate in limited specialty rotations. Students expand their role as a clinical provider by participating in community service‐learning programs, which include rotations, both on campus and at community‐based clinics. DMD 8550 Dental Elective (1.0 – 5.0 credit hours, CR/NCR) This course provides didactic instruction through a series of seminars and/or supervised clinical education in one of the dental specialties or dental careers, including Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Orthodontics, Periodontics, Endodontics, Pediatric Dentistry, Prosthodontics, Oral & Maxillofacial Radiology, Oral & Maxillofacial Pathology, Public Health, Dental research and Dental academics. The discipline and clinical training site must be approved in advance by the CDM Office of Academic Affairs. During this course International Dentist students will serve as preceptors in IPE 5100 – Patient Centered Cases II in order to fulfill Interprofessional Education graduation requirements. Credits earned for DMD 8550 do not count toward credit units needed for graduation from the DMD program. A maximum of 15 credits allowable per term, repeatable to a maximum of 30 credit hours.

COVID‐19 Guidelines Due to the evolving COVID‐19 pandemic situation, the WesternU Coronavirus Response Team has ensured safe return for students, faculty, staff to campus by monitoring and adhering to national, state, and local guidelines and protocols including on‐campus precautions, offering and taking most lecture‐based classes online, not offering or participating in any co‐curricular activities in person, not having large gatherings on campus, contact tracing and monitoring international and domestic travels. WesternU College of Dental Medicine COVID‐19 protocols for return to campus include temperature check, screening for COVID‐19 symptoms, presenting valid university badge, wearing a mask, frequent practice of hand hygiene, social distancing, avoiding unnecessary personal contacts by using Teledentistry and virtual meetings. All Clinical faculty, students and staff are provided with proper Personal Protective Equipment (N95 mask, surgical mask, face shield, gown, gloves) and the clinics are equipped with high volume air circulation.

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INTERPROFESSIONAL EDUCATION What is Interprofessional Education at WesternU? What if, instead of one healthcare professional focusing on your medical needs, a team of multiple healthcare professionals worked together to give you the best possible diagnosis and treatment? WesternU’s interprofessional education (IPE) program includes students from all nine healthcare programs at WesternU: osteopathic medicine, physician assistant, physical therapy, graduate nursing, pharmacy, veterinary medicine, dental medicine, podiatric medicine and optometry. Collaboration and teamwork among healthcare professionals are important aspects to the delivery of high‐quality patient care. A landmark report by the Institute of Medicine suggests healthcare workforce preparation should include IPE. “Interprofessional education occurs when students from two or more professions learn about, from and with each other to enable effective collaboration and improve health outcomes. Interprofessional education is a necessary step in preparing a 'collaborative practice‐ready' health workforce that is better prepared to respond to local health needs.” Source: World Health Organization (2010): Framework for Action on Interprofessional Education & Collaborative Practice WesternU's IPE curriculum places students from many college disciplines together in the classroom, in small group venues, and in clinical experiences with patients. The goal is for WesternU graduates to demonstrate an understanding of other healthcare professions and to provide and promote a team approach to patient care and healthcare management, ultimately leading to improved patient care. This unity of professions directly reflects the "one health, one medicine, one vision" idea, employing a curriculum designed to do no less than revolutionize medical education in this country: breaking down the silos that characterize so many healthcare professions campuses today. Improved service to patients and enhanced student training were primary reasons for establishing WesternU’s IPE curriculum. As national healthcare organizations and employers emphasize the importance of a team‐based approach to healthcare, training as part of an interprofessional team becomes essential to healthcare professions graduates. As ambassadors for WesternU’s broad interprofessional approach to health‐sciences education, our graduates will simultaneously cement WesternU's reputation as a leader in graduate health‐sciences education and raise the bar for patient care throughout the United States. WesternU is a major institution to develop a comprehensive program helping students from many health professions learn how to work as a cohesive health care team. Why are we doing this? Because:

As national healthcare organizations and employers emphasize the importance of a team‐based approach to healthcare, it is likely that training as part of an interprofessional health care team will enhance graduates' resumes and increase their employment opportunities.

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The growing number of elderly with chronic conditions makes coordinated care even more essential and valued.

The emergence of infectious, zoonotic diseases impacts all healthcare professions.

Patients will receive timely care from the most appropriate healthcare providers—minimizing cost and maximizing patients' potential for improvement and recovery—thanks to the collaborative care that can be created as the result of interprofessional education.

Our future graduates will have a distinctive collaborative training and outlook which will ultimately benefit patients. Learn more at: www.westernu.edu/interprofessional/home‐page/.

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The main campus currently includes 21 major buildings totaling an investment of more than $100 million. These buildings are shared by students in optometry, dental medicine, osteopathic medicine, and podiatric medicine. The design fosters interprofessional education and patient care. In addition, a new seven‐story, 600‐space parking structure was built to serve the new buildings.

Health Education Center (HEC)

Four‐story, 180,000 square feet

Wireless equipped

Eight auditoriums

Research labs and faculty offices

More than 500 small‐group meeting rooms

Pre‐clinical space that mirrors clinical space

Dental simulation clinic for dental students Patient Care Center (PCC) Students will gain an understanding and appreciation for other health professionals and promote a team approach to patient care and health care management as part of the university’s unique interprofessional curriculum. The Patient Care Center is customized for educational programs as well as optimal patient care.

Three‐story, 68,500 square feet

State‐of‐the‐art oral health clinic with 68 operatories designed to support the latest in clinical technology

Adaptive equipment for the treatment of people with disabilities The J and K Virtual Reality Learning Center The J and K Virtual Reality Learning Center at Western University of Health Sciences merges an innovative curriculum model with cutting‐edge technology to deliver a deeply engaging learning experience that will broaden understanding of human anatomy, improve retention and test scores, and ultimately lead to enhanced patient care. The Virtual Reality Learning Center (VRLC) will help students learn anatomical functions and systems in a virtual environment. The VRLC’s centerpiece is the Anatomage Virtual Dissection Table, developed at Stanford University, which – as its name suggests – brings anatomical images to life, allowing students to dissect the body

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and move through layers of tissue to see the structures inside. With the touch of a finger, students can expand the size of a body section to study its details and turn that body part – or even the whole body – 360 degrees, to study it from all angles. Technology Support NetOps and User Support, a division of the IT Department, is responsible for maintaining the information technology infrastructure for Western University. This includes the campus network and telephone system, as well as the individual Computing Toolbox used by university personnel.

The Network Operations staff sees to it that the servers delivering both Internet and Intranet based programs run smoothly and meet the growing needs of the university community. They also see to it that data created and exchanged over the network is secured and properly backed up on a daily basis. In addition to providing just‐in‐time technical support for students, faculty, and staff, User Support personnel provide the necessary maintenance and upgrades on campus workstations and student laptop computers. They also participate as needed in new student orientation and training efforts. These services are all accessible through the Technical Support desk, which can be reached by calling (909) 469‐5432 (extension 5432 if on campus). They can also be reached by email at [email protected]. You can view WesternU laptop requirements at: https://www.westernu.edu/computing/computing‐students/.

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Welcome! The information below is to provide you with a quick overview on how financial aid is processed at our office. Please visit our website at https://www.westernu.edu/financial/, which has a lot of useful information.

If you have any questions or feedback, please contact our office at (909) 469‐5353 or via email at [email protected]. We look forward to assisting you!

Applying for Aid –

THE PROCESS

Step 1: Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is open for submission annually

each October 1st. Create a Federal Student Aid (FSA) ID This FSA ID is used to sign your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

online. If you have an existing FSA ID, you are not required to create another one. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) ‐ https://fafsa.ed.gov/ Western University of Health Sciences (WesternU) school code is 024827 When completing the FAFSA application, transfer your federal tax information from

two years ago (Prior‐Prior Year). Step 2: Review Student Budget/Cost of Attendance

Student Budgets/Cost of Attendance are subject to change and costs vary each year. See page 3 for details

Step 3: Requirements Once admitted to the University, an email from our office will be sent to your

WesternU email account. This email will instruct you to login to your Student Portal to complete the listed requirements prior to disbursement of loan funds. Once requirements are completed, your financial aid offer will be emailed to your WesternU email account.

Step 4: Financial Aid Offer Packaging and Award Policy

Students at WesternU are packaged and awarded as independent graduate students. There are no Grants available to graduate students. Resources such as gift aid, scholarships, Military and the National Health Service Corps will be taken into consideration first when packaging and awarding students.

All eligible students are then awarded in the unsubsidized loan and the balance in the Grad PLUS loan to meet the maximum of their budget. Students are awarded the maximum allowable in the Federal Direct Loan program’s as per their program and the Department of Education.

Outside scholarships are available! Please visit https://www.westernu.edu/financial/financial‐scholarships/ for more details.

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Loans Graduate professional students are eligible to borrow federal loans up to the cost of

attendance minus other financial aid from the Department of Education (ED) and/or non‐Department of Education lenders referred to as an Alternative loan.

ED Loans and Interest Rates for 2019/20 Academic Year Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan 6.079% (T‐bill + 3.60%) Federal Graduate PLUS Loan 7.079% (T‐bill + 4.60%) The Federal Graduate Plus loan requires a credit check. If loan is declined, student

will need an Endorser. Please remember that the interest rates for each academic year may vary based on

what the 10‐Year T‐Bill will be by the end of May of each year. In addition, there is an origination fee, which is assessed at the time of disbursement. For additional information visit our website athttps://www.westernu.edu/financial/direct‐loan‐program‐counseling/.

Repayment begins 6 months after the student graduates or drops below half time enrollment. Limited deferments and forbearances are available to students upon graduation based on economic hardship.

Alternative Loan

Eligible students are International, DACA, and those eligible to borrow ED loans. International students must secure a U.S. Citizen co‐signer to obtain funding. Requires a credit check and is based on credit worthiness. Unlike ED’s Loan program,

approval is not guaranteed. The lending institutions determine interest rates of which there is no cap. Some lenders may charge an origination fee. Alternative loans may not have deferment/forbearance as an option.

Step 5: Disbursements Schedule

Disbursement schedules are based on the student’s program enrollment terms (fall and spring or fall, spring, and summer terms).

The financial aid amount you’ve accepted will be disbursed to your Student Account. Loan funds will first be used to pay for tuition and fees and then the remainder of it will be deposited to your checking account.

To view your disbursement schedule, please Login to your Student Portal. Step 6: Meet with a Financial Aid Counselor

Students who are borrowing ED loans for the first time at Western University of Health Sciences will receive an email with instructions to schedule their 30‐45‐minute mandatory New Student Information (NSI) Financial Aid group meeting.

Financial Aid On‐demand Webinar

The Office of Financial Aid has designed an online presentation specifically for WesternU interviewees. Please visit the IDP Interview Web Page to view the webinar (scroll to bottom of page). This presentation is a good first‐step in addressing your financial aid questions at WesternU.

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Financial Aid Student Budgets are Subject to Change

Information is updated annually at the end of March. Please visit https://www.westernu.edu/financial/financial‐budgets/ for details.

2020/2021 First Year Second Year Third Year

Doctor of Dental Medicine International Dentist Program 5 Months 12 Months 10 Months

Tuition & Fees

Tuition $31,250.00 $125,000.00 $93,750

Student Body Fees $40.00 $40.00 $40.00

Graduation Fees N/A N/A $350.00

Vital Source $801.00 $1,013.00 $872.00

Digital Media Fee $463.00 $366.00 $194.00

Dental Instrument and Supply Fee $1,625.00 $6,500.00 $6,500.00

HSAC Insurance $18.00 $55.00 $55.00

Live Scan $59.00 N/A N/A

ASDA, CDA Membership Dues $93.00 $93.00 $93.00

iPad $423.00 N/A N/A

Henry Shein $301.00 N/A N/A

Kilgore $238.00 N/A N/A

eHuman/Interactive Tool $223.00 N/A N/A

Top Hat $24.00 $24.00 $24.00

CPR N/A $67.00 N/A

Total Fees $35,558.00 $133,158.00 $101,878.00

Budget Items/Estimated Costs

Scrubs $500.00 N/A N/A

Living Expenses (R&B/Personal) $9,301.00 $22,323.00 $22,323.00

Transportation $1,448.00 $5.701.00 $5,717.00

Loupes & Light $2,000.00 N/A N/A

WREB Exam N/A N/A $3,135.00

Boards $425.00 N/A $475.00

Background Check/Additional Live Scan $175.00 $175.00 $175.00

Total Budget Components $13,849.00 $28,199.00 $31,825.00

Loan Fees

Direct Unsubsidized Loan Fees $429.00 $499.00 $499.00

Grad PLUS Loan Fees $395.00 $4,858.00 $3,687.00

Total Loan Fees $824.00 $5,357.00 $4,186.00

Total Budget $50,231.00 $166,714.00 $137,889.00

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UNIVERSITY STUDENT AFFAIRS – SUPPORT SERVICES

ACADEMIC YEAR 2020-2021 Learning Enhancement and Academic Development (LEAD) http://www.westernu.edu/lead/lead-about/ The LEAD office is student‐oriented. It serves as an important resource, partnership, and support system for students. LEAD counselors are dedicated to assist students in developing their academic, professional, and personal skills. Tutorial Assistance Program (TAP) This program offers supplemental group academic instruction for students. Instruction is facilitated by trained competent peer tutors.

Academic Counseling In one‐on‐one academic counseling sessions, students can improve their competencies in a range of areas, including study strategies, test taking, focus and retention, time management, stress management, academic writing skills and more. Each session is designed to address the student’s particular learning style.

Wellbeing Initiative The initiative consists of Wellbeing workshops with topics that focus on student wellness, Wellbeing activities around exams, and other activities focused on enriching the humanistic side of the student experience.

Harris Family Center for Disability and Health Policy (CDHP) http://www.westernu.edu/cdhp/cdhp-about/ If you have a disability and/or medical condition there are a number of support services available to you. Associate Director of Accommodations and Resource Center (AARC), Sandra Rainwater‐Lawler is available to meet with you and discuss the intake process, required documentation and academic accommodations. To contact the center, you may call (909) 469‐5441 or email [email protected]

AARC embraces the spirit of providing services to all students with permanent or temporary disabilities or medical conditions, ensuring that all University programs and activities are accessible. During your appointment, you will be advised about the required documentation. AARC understands educational needs and is flexible in its accommodations. Please keep in mind, there are no charges to you for services that are needed to support your educational program. We are here to help you succeed!

Fitness – Pomona, CA and Lebanon, OR Campuses http://www.westernu.edu/students/students-services-fitness/ We want you to stay mentally and physically fit while you are a student, so we offer a number of great opportunities to stay healthy:

1. LA Fitness or SamFit ‐ You pay a discounted and subsidized rate (WesternU pays $100 to the facility on your behalf) depending on your option for enrollment. The advertised rates are for the 2020‐2021 academic year and may be subject to change in the future.

2. Reimbursement to any Non‐LA Fitness/SamFit Gym – You may be eligible for a reimbursement up to $100 for an annual/pre‐paid membership or a month‐to‐month membership (excluding LA Fitness/SamFit).

Note: Please keep in mind that gyms may experience forced closures during your active memberships due to the COVID19 pandemic. Many gyms, including LA Fitness, may not be offering refunds for closure dates but may compensate members in alternative methods.

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Counseling http://www.westernu.edu/students/students-services/students-services-counseling/ We are pleased to provide all full-time students access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for Students through OptumHealth. Under the EAP for Students, you and any member of your immediate household are eligible for up to six free counseling sessions for each “incident” or situation. Counseling includes but is not limited to emotional well‐being, financial planning, work, and school issues. Counseling services may be accessed by telephone, via the web, or face‐to‐face. An on‐campus counselor is also available by appointment. Identification Badges Student identification badges must be worn at all times while on campus, and entry into buildings may be denied without proper ID. Health Insurance http://www.westernu.edu/registrar/registrar‐about/registration‐information/student‐health‐insurance/ As a full‐time WesternU student, you must show that you have a current health insurance policy during registration EACH academic year. We encourage you to “shop around” for a health insurance plan that meets your specific needs. Many students are enrolled in plans offered by Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente, HealthNet, PacifiCare, Aetna, US Healthcare, and United Healthcare. There are many companies that can give you the coverage you need for your specific health concerns. Coverage requirements for all students seeking to waive out of the school sponsored insurance plan are as follows:

Active coverage for the entire academic year, including summer and holidays

Deductible of $1,000 or less per policy year ($2,000 or less for family)

Plan provides coverage in the United States

Should you choose not to go with another health insurance plan or if you do not show proof of insurance by the deadline, you will automatically be enrolled in a health plan through Aetna. Please note that this plan DOES NOT COVER routine dental exams. Under this plan, students have access to a network of healthcare providers. Listed below are some of the additional main highlights of this insurance plan. For complete details visit our health insurance page at http://www.westernu.edu/registrar/registrar‐about/registration‐information/student‐health‐insurance/ or call WesternU’s insurance broker, HSA Consulting by phone at (888) 978‐8355 or by email at [email protected].

Deductible $250 Co-Insurance 80% – Preferred Provider Organization (PPO), 60% – Non-PPO Out of Pocket Maximum (Individual) $6,350 (PPO), $10,000 (Non-PPO) Out of Pocket Maximum (Family) $12,700 (PPO), $20,000 (Non-PPO) Office Visit $20 Copayment, 100% (PPO), 60% (Non-PPO) Urgent Care Visit $20 Copayment, 100% (PPO), 60% (Non-PPO) Emergency Room Visit $200 Copayment (Waived if Admitted) Prescription Drugs $15/$25/$45 For additional information on the benefits offered under the student health insurance plan, please visit the Health Sciences Assurance Consulting (HSAC) website at https://app.hsac.com/westernu No dental benefits are provided.

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NOTE: There is a University owned medical center located on the WesternU Campus in Pomona, California and students are welcome to use this medical facility. (WesternU Health/Pomona, https://www.westernuhealth.com/Pomona/). There are no free services to students. Students may want to call in advance to verify that the wait time will be minimal. The Patient Care Center accepts many types of insurance including the insurance plan described above. Student Parking https://www.westernu.edu/mediafiles/facilities/facilities‐student‐parking.pdf Annual parking permits are $470, and semester parking permits are $255 allowing you to park in designated WesternU parking places. These permits may be purchased during online registration. You may instead choose to park in City Public Metered Parking in Lot 12. When you purchase between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. the fee for over 3 hours is $3.00 per day. When you purchase after 7:00 p.m. the fee is $1.00. The machine accepts coins, bills, Visa and MasterCard. Housing http://www.westernu.edu/students/students-housing-moving/ The Daumier, owned and operated by Provident, is located directly across from the Health Education Center. Designed with the WesternU student in mind, these modern, luxury apartments offer you convenience and a long list of amenities. Additionally, the Office of University Student Affairs (USA) maintains a list of local apartment complexes at the link above, many of which are near campus, to aid in your search. USA also provides an online database of available rentals and a roommate referral service, and upon acceptance, you will be able to access both through the You Portal. Metrolink www.metrolinktrains.com If you are interested in using the Metrolink, which has a station just a few blocks from campus, be sure to secure housing east of campus. To access schedules and other information, please go online to www.metrolinktrains.com. Rates are determined by distance traveled (originating station to destination station). The rail line which runs parallel to WesternU is the Riverside Line which goes from Downtown Riverside to the Downtown Pomona station. There is also the San Bernardino Line which goes from San Bernardino to the Pomona North station. These are the closest stations to WesternU. Student Government Association, Community Service & Clubs http://www.westernu.edu/students/students-government/ http://www.westernu.edu/students/students-clubs-1/westernu-clubs-1/ WesternU has a very active Student Government Association (SGA) on campus that serves as the voice of students. In addition, we have over 150 different clubs between the Lebanon and Pomona campuses comprising of such diverse groups that include but are not limited to nationally affiliated professional organizations, cultural/religious groups, and interest‐based groups. Our clubs and classes take part in a variety of community service events each year including offering free health screenings at numerous health fairs, facilitating Santa’s Workshop for over 300 foster care children and assisting at/participating in events such as the Special Olympics and 5K runs to support cancer research. We also host two Club Days per year where you have an opportunity to visit various club booths to discuss their mission and join as a member. In addition, if you are interested in journalism, we encourage you to get involved in the publication of the WesternU Humanism magazine. The magazine is written and edited by students under the direction of faculty advisors.

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Diversity We are proud of our diverse student body, and the many extracurricular activities offered on campus reflect that diversity. We offer a wide range of opportunities with campus organizations that include cultural, religious, medical, and fine arts clubs. The cultural diversity present on our campus provides students with an appreciation and respect for people of all backgrounds.

DENTAL‐SPECIFIC STUDENT CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

Club Name Mission Statement & Contact Information

SNDA Student National Dental Association

The SNDA has a longstanding goal for over 40 years, to promote, aid, and support the academic and social environment of minority students. SNDA strives to establish opportunities for members to develop stronger alliances amongst one another as well as develop a sense of community, thus aiding the advancements of minority students within the field of dentistry. in addition, SNDA provides great opportunities to hone leadership skills both on the national and local level. [email protected]

AOIDF Alpha Omega International Dental Fraternity

To offer a welcoming fraternal community that honors our Judaic heritage and provides opportunities to attain excellence and promotes access to oral health care to all. [email protected]

AAWD American Association of Women Dentists

To unify both women dentists and women student dentists by creating an extensive network that fosters mentorship, and empowers one another to enrich their lives, and simultaneously empowers our community. [email protected]

ADEA American Dental Education Association

To promote accessibility of academic dentistry to students who wish to pursue careers as dental professors or educators. To promote accessibility of post‐graduate, advanced "residency" programs to students who wish to further expand their clinical education. To promote awareness and understanding of dentistry to undergraduate and pre‐collegiate students who are aspiring to become a part of the dental profession. [email protected]

ASDA American Student Dental Association To enrich dental student knowledge of organized dentistry and community involvement. [email protected]

SGP Advanced Student Group in Prosthodontics

Educating dental students about advanced topics in the field of Fixed and Removable Prosthodontics and inspire them to pursue a higher education level or a specialty in this field after graduation. [email protected]

DSD Delta Sigma Delta Dental Fraternity

To promote unity within the different classes of the college, extend scholarship and leadership opportunities to students, establish an alumni base and promote oral health awareness to the community. [email protected]

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DSRG Dental Student Research Group

To foster craniofacial research and to raise awareness of the importance of scientific investigation in dentistry; to promote student participation in ongoing projects keeping with the current trends in oral biology. [email protected]

HSDA Hispanic Student Dental Association

Dedicated to promoting and improving the oral health of the local Hispanic community, minorities and under‐served populations. HSDA aspires to encourage and increase minority enrollment and retention in dental schools and educate members and colleagues about the social, moral and ethical obligations of the profession of dentistry. [email protected]

SDC Sports Dentistry Club

To bring awareness regarding the role of dentistry in injury prevention, and maintenance of optimal oral health among athletes in the community. [email protected]

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LEAD’s goal is to be an academic success partner as students transition into professional school. LEAD Services: Academic Counseling Summer Preparedness & Readiness Course (SPaRC) Academic Editing Learning Style Assessment Outreach/Service Learning Tutoring Services

Health Sciences Center, Rm 101 Western Unversity of Health Sciences Learning Enhancement and Academic Development Office (LEAD) 450 East Second Street Pomona, CA 91766-1854 Hours: 7:15am-6:00pm Mon-Thur. 8:00am-5:00pm Fri. Phone: (909) 469-5325 Email: [email protected]

Academic Workshops Time Management Test-Taking Skills Study Strategies Co-teach course segments in any of the colleges Workshops can be designed and facilitated upon request

Stress & Wellbeing Stress Management Physical Wellbeing Life Skills Healthy Living Emotional Wellbeing

The LEAD Team

Neil Patel, PhD Director (909) 469‐5203 [email protected] SPECIALIZATIONS: Academic skills training, communication skills, assessment

Hector Arroyo Jr., Ed.D. Associate Director (909) 469‐8499 [email protected]

SPECIALIZATIONS: SPaRC Director, academic skills training, academic editing, test‐taking strategies, communication skills, group dynamics, writing skills

Neil Birt, MS Learning Skills Specialist (909) 706‐3827 [email protected]

SPECIALIZATIONS: Academic editing, online learning, academic skills training, ESL assistance, test‐taking strategies, assessment, data analysis

Martha L. Ruelas, MHSc Office Manager (909) 469‐5325 [email protected]

SPECIALIZATIONS: Office manager, SPaRC Program Coordinator

Melissa Lopez, PhD Learning Skills Specialist (909) 469‐8347 [email protected] SPECIALIZATIONS: Academic editing, academic skills training

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ADMINISTRATIVE CONTACTS OFFICE OF ADMISSIONS Marie Anderson, Director of Admissions, International Student Advisor

(909) 469‐5485 [email protected]

Miranda Esparza, Admissions Counselor (works with last names A‐E)


Kelsey Casselle, Admissions Counselor (works with last names F‐L)

(909) 469‐5649

[email protected]

Sarah Campos, Admissions Counselor (works with last names M‐Q)

(909) 469‐5697

[email protected]

Annica Correa, Admissions Coordinator (works with last names R‐Z)


OFFICE OF FINANCIAL AID (909) 469‐5353 [email protected]

UNIVERSITY STUDENT SERVICES Beverly Guidry, EdD, VP for Enrollment Management & University Student Affairs

[email protected]

Christy Ho, Director for University Student Affairs


Health Insurance Alana Garcia, Executive Assistant


Fitness Memberships Jessica Kersey, Asst. Director for Student Affairs


Housing Jared Abdus‐Shakoor, University Student Affairs Assistant


COLLEGE OF DENTAL MEDICINE STUDENT SERVICES For specific questions relating to Dental Medicine Curriculum

Sean Rowan, Assistant Dean for Student Affairs (909) 706‐3800 [email protected]

LEARNING ENHANCEMENT/ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT (LEAD) Neil Patel, Director (909) 706‐3800 [email protected]

BURSAR’S OFFICE (tuition payments, parking permits)


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